"Eiko Ishioka: Japan's Ultimate Designer" 1983 Ishioka, Eiko

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ISHIOKA, Eiko

[239] pp.

Callaway

1983

First Edition

13 3/4" x 12"

Eiko Ishioka, July 12, 1938 – January 21, … Read more ISHIOKA, Eiko

[239] pp.

Callaway

1983

First Edition

13 3/4" x 12"

Eiko Ishioka, July 12, 1938 – January 21, 2012) was a Japanese art director, costume designer, and graphic designer known for her work in stage, screen, advertising, and print media.

Eiko Ishioka was a celebrated Japanese graphic designer, art director, and costume designer known for her surreal, sensual, and bold work across various mediums. She received numerous accolades, including an Oscar for costume design for Bram Stoker's Dracula and a Grammy for Miles Davis's Tutu album cover. Her diverse career included work on films, theatre, advertising, albums, and major international events like the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony.
Key aspects of her work
Creative vision: Ishioka's designs were characterized by a unique and sometimes eerie surrealism, which she applied to everything from film costumes to album art.
Diverse portfolio: Her work spanned a wide range of projects, including
Film: Bram Stoker's Dracula, The Cell, The Fall, and Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters.
Music: Album covers for artists like Miles Davis (Tutu) and Björk.
Theatre: Broadway productions like M. Butterfly.
Major events: Costume design for the 2008 Beijing Olympics opening ceremony and uniforms for the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics.
Awards and recognition:
Academy Award for Best Costume Design (Bram Stoker's Dracula, 1992)
Grammy Award for Album Package (Miles Davis, Tutu, 1986)
Tony Award nominations
Her work is part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan.
Influential impact: Ishioka is recognized for her ability to bridge East and West visually, and her work continues to influence contemporary art and design.
Design philosophy: She aimed for her work to be sharp and simple, drawing inspiration from the natural world and emphasizing the importance of her own intuition in the creative process. See less